Kristina is always friendly and down-to-earth. When something doesn’t work, she comes up with other solutions to try. I have had so many doctors just give up, so this is a breath of fresh air!

November 20, 2025

Kristina is always open to answering questions and supportive of my efforts to manage pain. While I’m always hopeful that the current visit to the Pain Clinic will be my last, I know when I eventually return I’ll be in good hands.

September 5, 2025

She listened to what I asked and she came up with solutions and things to try and actually got me set up for a procedure to help with my pain.

June 5, 2025

Am glad I got Kristina for my Dr. very personable and friendly. Very easy to talk to.

May 30, 2025

She was a joy! Wonderful, funny and knowledgeable—such a rare combination.

April 18, 2025

Kristina was extremely informative! I loved her bedside manner, and her kindness was outstanding

March 31, 2025

I appreciate how Kristina took the time to explain the physiology of the factors contributing to the pain I’m experiencing. I feel like I now better understand the next potential steps in my treatment.

February 5, 2025

Kristina is excellent! She listens, problem solved, and always delivers.

January 8, 2025

Christina is caring, thorough, and an excellent provider.

December 12, 2024

Kristina is compassionate and funny and very easy going. I really appreciate her empathy and efficiency.

November 20, 2024

I’mjust really comfortable with Kristine. She has a great bedside matter. She explain everything and she doesn’t make me feel uncomfortable to ask questions . I would highly recommend her. Her nurse was also very pleasant.

October 24, 2024

I look forward to appointments with Kristina! She takes time and answers all my questions. We always share a couple of laughs together.

October 11, 2024

I received complete information. Kristina was very pleasant and gave me her undivided attention. Thank you.

September 27, 2024

You were very engaged and listened very well. Explained my injury in detail. You showed you truly care about your patients.

September 4, 2024

She actually took time to listen and did a full array of examinations before do made any decisions on care. Explained my mri results well and put a plan to treat. I felt very listened to.

August 26, 2024

Very knowledgeable and great at explaining my next step to recovery

August 8, 2024

I really did like her. It was good to talk to her and she answered my questions and concerns. Looking forward to trying the Prescription she called in.

July 19, 2024

Knowledgeable, helpful, great personality, knows your background to provide you with the best care.

June 18, 2024

Kristina is very understanding & easy to talk to.

June 14, 2024

She is timely, direct, listens to you, and has been that way every time I have seen her. I highly recommend her.

May 20, 2024

Very personable. Concerned for me and interested in my comments. Thorough in her evaluation. Very impressed with my first visit.

May 2, 2024

She is extremely nice and listened my concerns. She was also very empathetic. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone.

April 17, 2024

Kristina was very professional and kind.

March 15, 2024

Kristina A Johnson , PA.C was very helpful and pleasant. She was good at giving me my shots. I was very relaxed with her.

March 12, 2024

Kristina was very down to earth and easy to talk with. She explained everything so I was able to understand my requests and what we needed to do for treatment.

February 7, 2024

About

About Kristina Johnson

Kristina Johnson, PA-C provides care in Pain Medicine and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at McFarland Clinic. As a physician assistant with Dr. Igiku Thuku, she sees patients in Ames and Carroll. Kristina works with individuals experiencing chronic pain, helping them find treatment options that support movement, function, and long-term well-being. Her patient-centered approach focuses on open communication, trust, and creating personalized care plans tailored to each person’s needs.

Joined McFarland Clinic

August 2023

Education & Professional Certification

Certifications

Physican Assistant
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
Basic Life Support

Education

Seton Hall University, South Orange, New Jersey

Master of Science, Physician Assistant Studies

Otterbein College, Westerville, Ohio

Bachelor of Science, Athletic Training

Professional Societies

American Academy of Physician Assistants
Iowa Physician Assistant Society

Kristina Johnson, PA-C

Primary Clinic

West Ames Office

Also Sees Patients In

Carroll Office

Patient Testimonials